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rlane42

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on: Jul 22, 2018
The nurse is caring for a patient receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which action will the nurse take?
 
  a. Run lipids for no longer than 24 hours.
  b. Take down a running bag of TPN after 36 hours.
  c. Clean injection port with alcohol 5 seconds before and after use.
  d. Wear a sterile mask when changing the central venous catheter dressing.

Question 2

The patient is on parenteral nutrition and is lethargic. The patient reports thirst and headache and has had increased urination. Which problem does the nurse prepare to address?
 
  a. Hyperglycemia
  b. Hypoglycemia
  c. Hypercapnia
  d. Hypocapnia


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
During central venous catheter dressing changes, always use a sterile mask and gloves, and assess insertion sites for signs and symptoms of infection. To avoid infection, change the TPN infusion tubing every 24 hours, and do not hang a single container of PN for longer than 24 hours or lipids longer than 12 hours.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia are thirst, headache, lethargy, and increased urination. Hypocapnia is not associated with parenteral nutrition. Hypercapnia increases oxygen consumption and increases CO2 levels. Ventilator-dependent patients are at greatest risk for this. Hypoglycemia is characterized by diaphoresis, shakiness, confusion, and loss of consciousness.


rlane42

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help

debra928

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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